Castaway Cottage - pet friendly, close to beach access, golf cart included, 399 Tarpon Boulevard

Castaway Cottage is a beautifully updated beach house with a separate apartment, ideally located across the street from the beach and backing up to a scenic canal—perfect for fishing right in your own backyard. Set on a large, shaded tropical lot, this home invites you to relax, unwind, and settle into island life.
Enjoy ocean breezes and the sound of waves from the spacious screened porch, or open the sliders for an airy indoor-outdoor living experience. The backyard canal offers some of the best fishing on Fripp Island, along with easy access for kayaking or boating from the private dock.
The main house (upstairs) features an open floor plan with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, and comfortable living room that opens directly to the screened porch. Two king master suites include sliding glass doors to the porch, and an additional bedroom with two full beds brings the upstairs sleeping capacity to eight.
The separate ground-level apartment offers privacy and flexibility, with an open living and dining area surrounded by windows, a kitchenette, a full bathroom, and a bedroom with two twin beds—ideal for extended family or guests who appreciate their own space.
Beach access #23 is directly across the street and features a ramped boardwalk—no stairs—making beach days easy and accessible.
Castaway Cottage is pet-friendly with a small fee, because we know vacations are better when the whole family can come along. Whether you’re here to fish, relax, explore the island, or simply enjoy the coastal setting, this is a place to make lasting island memories.
We’d love to help you plan your stay—reach out anytime with questions or booking assistance.
Home highlights:3 bedrooms & main living area upstairs1 bedroom & common area in separate downstairs apartmentBackyard canal access with private dockCentral island location near the marina, golf course, and BoathouseBeach access directly across the street
PETS MUST BE PREAPPROVED (DOGS ONLY).  You will be asked to sign a pet agreement and pay a non refundable $150 pet fee for the first pet and $75 for a 2nd pet. An additional $300 will be charged for guests that show up with a dog without approval.

A few notes about the island - We are club members which means that the Club amenity cards are available for purchase.  The Fripp Island Club requires amenity cards for you to frequent their amenities. These amenities include golfing, playing tennis, going to the restaurants on Fripp, going to the swimming pools and the fitness room. 

 
Club cards are required to enjoy any of the Fripp Island Resort amenities and they are available for purchase with this property. If you opt to purchase cards, a 12.8% resort fee based on the rental amount before taxes, cleaning and other fees will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual Club cards.
 

Each guest 13 years or older must carry an amenity card to access the Club's facilities.  There are a few places on Fripp Island that you do not need an amenity card. SpringTide Market is at the front of the island that has a large menu at their deli. From breakfast sandwiches to family BBQ meals, there is a lot to choose from. There is also a deli at the Marina that serves sandwiches and salads. The Fripp Ship and Mango stores are fun to go into for your perfect souvenir.

4-seater golf cart included
Pets - allowed


If this property offers club cards for access to Fripp Island Resort amenities, a new 12.8% of the total rent resort fee will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual club cards. After booking this property, VRBO will charge their service fee separately and then the reservation will be transferred to FrippIslandStay where the property owner or manager will charge your credit card for the other items seen in the quote provided by VRBO. The refundable security deposit if applicable will be included in the final payment. You will also have the opportunity to purchase travel insurance and damage protection insurance on FrippIslandStay.

You will receive an email with log in information from FrippIslandStay right after booking. Please check your spam or promotions folders. Once logged in to FrippIslandStay, you will be able to order club cards if available and gate passes for access to the island.